In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, the Tennessee Department of Correction will host a free community event focused on education, prevention, remembrance, and recovery. Observed annually on August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember those who have lost their lives, acknowledge the grief of families…

Gas prices across the state steadily declined over last week, falling 11 cents, on average. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $3.55 which is five cents more expensive than one month ago and 77 cents more expensive than one year ago.   “Lower crude oil prices continue to provide relief for Tennessee drivers by helping…

The Woodbury Police Department will be launching an automated photo speed enforcement program at the Cannon County Elementary and Middle School and Cannon County High School. Speed studies conducted in April 2025 at the Cannon County Elementary and Middle School and Cannon County High School zones identified a significant problem with speeding in this area,…

Unofficial results in the August 6th, 2026 Cannon County General Election: County Executive Greg Mitchell    2818    99.26% County Commission District 1 Nathan A. Sanders    409    47.50% Judy Schoen    232    26.95% John Taylor    216    25.09% County Commission District 2 Marty Williams    379    43.26% James Atkins    368    42.01% Ryan E. Herron    126    14.38% County Commission District 3…

Red Apple Days are this weekend, August 7th and 8th in Auburntown.  Many of your favorite activities are scheduled.  The benefit festival has filled C.S. Hawkins Park and surrounding area since 1977. Friday, August 7th Saturday, August 8th The event benefits the Auburntown Volunteer Fire Department.  For additional information check; www.redappledays.com

Today is primary election day in Tennessee. If you did not vote early, today is your day. Polls are open in Cannon County from 7am until 7pm. Voters (who did not vote absentee or early) must vote at their Precincts in person. Polls are open from 7 AM to 7 PM.Bring a Federal or TN…

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors…